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Tories Drawing Up Plans For Israeli-Style 'Iron Dome' In The UK
Tories Drawing Up Plans For Israeli-Style 'Iron Dome' In The UK
Defence
The Conservatives are considering putting an Israeli-style ‘iron dome’ at the heart of their defence policy.
Boost Defence Spending Using Private Finance, Says Arms Industry
Defence
Boost Defence Spending Using Private Finance, Says Arms Industry
UK Would Struggle To Protect Itself From Attack, Say Defence Figures
Defence
UK Would Struggle To Protect Itself From Attack, Say Defence Figures
Reform Supporters Oppose Sending British Troops To Ukraine As Peacekeepers
Defence
Reform Supporters Oppose Sending British Troops To Ukraine As Peacekeepers
The UK Needs 'Larger Army Reserves' To Defend Itself From Attack
Defence
The UK Needs "Larger Army Reserves" To Defend Itself From Attack
Government Says It's Not 'Appropriate' For Committee To Scrutinise Security Adviser
Defence
Government Says It's Not "Appropriate" For Committee To Scrutinise Security Adviser
Trump Must Force Putin's Hand For Any Hope Of Peace Deal, Says Ex-UK Ambassador To Russia
Defence
Trump Must Force Putin's Hand For Any Hope Of Peace Deal, Says Ex-UK Ambassador To Russia
Opinion
Britain can lead a new era of defence finance
Defence
By Alex Baker and Luke Charters MPs
Britain can lead a new era of defence finance
The US should remember the UK has unique intelligence capabilities
Defence
By Lord Beamish
The US should remember the UK has unique intelligence capabilities
Protecting the UK’s critical national infrastructure for a resilient and secure future Partner content
Defence
By Thales UK
Protecting the UK’s critical national infrastructure for a resilient and secure future
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Palantir Boss Louis Mosley: Keir Starmer 'Gets' AI, 'You Could See In His Eyes'
Palantir Boss Louis Mosley: Keir Starmer "Gets" AI, "You Could See In His Eyes"
Technology
The US should remember the UK has unique intelligence capabilities
The US should remember the UK has unique intelligence capabilities
By Lord Beamish
Defence
Planning deregulation carries serious political risks for Labour
Planning deregulation carries serious political risks for Labour
By Chris Hinchliff MP
Communities
Labour MPs Step Up Campaign For Digital ID
Labour MPs Step Up Campaign For Digital ID
Technology
New And Old Labour MPs Clash Over Rule Changes
New And Old Labour MPs Clash Over Rule Changes
Political parties
Tories Drawing Up Plans For Israeli-Style 'Iron Dome' In The UK
Tories Drawing Up Plans For Israeli-Style 'Iron Dome' In The UK
Defence
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Growth, Railways And Energy Focus Of Labour Government's First King's Speech
Environment
Growth, Railways And Energy Focus Of Labour Government's First King's Speech
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has set out 40 pieces of legislation the Labour Government will aim to deliver in his first King's Speech.
Call of duty: The row over a 'citizens army'
Defence
By Sophie Church and Tali Fraser
Call of duty: The row over a 'citizens army'
Patrick Sanders infuriated Rishi Sunak by calling for a ‘citizen army’ in a speech dismissed as ‘alarmist’. But, as Sophie Church and Tali Fraser report, the debate on how to expand troop numbers has started and looks set to intensify after the election. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall
'We are actually bloody well leading this thing': The Grant Shapps interview
Defence
By Sophie Church
'We are actually bloody well leading this thing': The Grant Shapps interview
The British army may be shrinking and its nuclear missiles misfiring, but Grant Shapps tells Sophie Church the UK is leading the way on modern warfare. Photography by Louise Haywood-Schiefer
Defence news
Ukraine’s fight against Putin is our fight and one we cannot afford to lose
Defence
By Lord Robertson
Ukraine’s fight against Putin is our fight and one we cannot afford to lose
When Russian tanks crossed the border of Ukraine on 24 February last year the European order, which had survived seven decades, was shattered.
We have been asleep at the wheel over the threat China poses to our security
Defence
By Lord Alton
We have been asleep at the wheel over the threat China poses to our security
It shouldn’t take the shooting down of spy balloons to wake us up to the increasing threats to United Kingdom security posed by Xi Jinping’s Chinese Communist Party (CCP) dictatorship in Beijing.
Top Stories: Inflation Falls, Labour Apologises For Antisemitism, MoD In 'Uphill Battle' Over Budget
Defence
Top Stories: Inflation Falls, Labour Apologises For Antisemitism, MoD In "Uphill Battle" Over Budget
Inflation slowed in January, according to official figures, but remains near record-highs with rates still higher than ten per cent.
Top Stories: 'Possible' Chinese Spy Balloons Flown Over UK, Labour Attacks Government Spending
Brexit
Top Stories: "Possible" Chinese Spy Balloons Flown Over UK, Labour Attacks Government Spending
Transport minister Richard Holden has said that it is “possible” China has flown spy balloons over the UK after the US shot down four aerial objects over North America in recent days.
Boris Johnson Urges Rishi Sunak To Send Jets To Ukraine After Historic Zelensky Speech
Defence
Boris Johnson Urges Rishi Sunak To Send Jets To Ukraine After Historic Zelensky Speech
Boris Johnson has called on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to help bolster Ukraine's defences against Russia by giving President Volodymyr Zelensky the British jets he is asking for.
Ukrainian President Zelensky Thanks UK For Support In Historic Westminster Speech
Defence
Ukrainian President Zelensky Thanks UK For Support In Historic Westminster Speech
In a historic speech in Westminster, the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky gave his thanks to the UK for its support in its battle against Russia.
Top Stories: Keir Starmer Questions Why Dominic Raab Is Still In Post, Unions Warn Of More Strikes
Defence
Top Stories: Keir Starmer Questions Why Dominic Raab Is Still In Post, Unions Warn Of More Strikes
Keir Starmer challenged the Prime Minister at Prime Minister’s Questions on why the deputy prime minister still has a job despite allegations of bullying after Nadhim Zahawi was sacked over his tax affairs.
Russia must face the highest possible sanctions for unspeakable war crimes in Ukraine
Defence
By Alex Sobel MP and Lesia Vasylenko
Russia must face the highest possible sanctions for unspeakable war crimes in Ukraine
As we come to the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, our attention turns to the deliberate cruelty and violence being wrought on Ukrainian civilians.
Labour Sees No “Political Case” For Rejoining EU Single Market, Ukraine Issues Plea For More Tanks
Brexit
Labour Sees No “Political Case” For Rejoining EU Single Market, Ukraine Issues Plea For More Tanks
Labour leader Keir Starmer has said that there is no “political case” for the UK to rejoin the EU single market, but that he would seek a “closer relationship" with the bloc.
UK defence policy must adapt in the face of new challenges
Defence
By Baroness Anelay
UK defence policy must adapt in the face of new challenges
The United Kingdom enters 2023 facing some of the most serious security circumstances since the Cold War.
Senior Tory MP Warns Army Is Already 'Overstretched' As Soldiers Prepare For Ambulance Strike
Defence
Senior Tory MP Warns Army Is Already "Overstretched" As Soldiers Prepare For Ambulance Strike
Ministers have vowed to become less reliant on the Army to step in during strikes amid growing concern among military figures about the impact on soldiers and military resource.
The UK’s support is critical to establish a special tribunal to prosecute Russian crimes of aggression
Defence
By Aarif Abraham & Anton Korynevych
The UK’s support is critical to establish a special tribunal to prosecute Russian crimes of aggression
It has been almost 10 months since Russia, aided by Belarus, launched one of the largest ground invasions in Europe since the Second World War.
Why accelerating the UK’s space capability is critical to enhance national security, sustainability, and economic strengths Partner content
Defence
By Raytheon UK
Why accelerating the UK’s space capability is critical to enhance national security, sustainability, and economic strengths
There has never been a better moment than now to unlock the full range of benefits that space technology can provide.
Government Warned Making Soldiers Cover Ambulance Strikes Will Worsen Army Recruitment Crisis
Defence
Government Warned Making Soldiers Cover Ambulance Strikes Will Worsen Army Recruitment Crisis
Senior ex-military figures have warned that soldiers being deployed over the picket line to drive ambulances during this month’s strikes will “exacerbate the recruitment crisis” in the Armed Forces.
Destination Space: How can we maximise the UK's potential? Partner content
Defence
By Total Politics Impact
Destination Space: How can we maximise the UK's potential?
The latest issue of The House magazine includes a special report focusing on space. Bringing together parliamentarians and industry experts, as they assemble their ideas to take the British space industry to new heights.
St Louis Grammar School becomes first team from Northern Ireland to claim victory in Raytheon Technologies Quadcopter Challenge Partner content
Education
By Raytheon Technologies
St Louis Grammar School becomes first team from Northern Ireland to claim victory in Raytheon Technologies Quadcopter Challenge
Following months of pitching, preparation and flying, the Raytheon Technologies Quadcopter Challenge crowned Pollution Solution from St Louis Grammar School its 2022 winners last night after a nail-biting final at Royal Air Force College Cranwell.
The National Security Bill will give us the tools needed to counter modern threats
Defence
By Baroness Manningham-Buller
The National Security Bill will give us the tools needed to counter modern threats
Since I joined the Lords in 2008, there has been plenty of legislation designed to strengthen our ability to deal with terrorism, following 9/11.
The Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme has brought deeper understanding of our services across the House
Defence
By James Gray MP
The Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme has brought deeper understanding of our services across the House
The large number of frontbench graduates of the scheme is a testament to its value
How we are building digital knowledge and inspiring cyber careers Partner content
Defence
By Raytheon UK
How we are building digital knowledge and inspiring cyber careers
Raytheon UK’s Cyber Academy workshops are upskilling our veterans to tackle some of the country’s greatest digital threats.
The liberation of Kherson is a significant blow to Putin’s illegal war
Defence
By Lord Risby
The liberation of Kherson is a significant blow to Putin’s illegal war
Russia’s renewed aggression against Ukraine continues to not go according to plan for Vladimir Putin.
Rishi Sunak must cut off Russian oil and gas to wipe out Vladimir Putin
Defence
By Oleksii Goncharenko
Rishi Sunak must cut off Russian oil and gas to wipe out Vladimir Putin
Ukrainians at home and abroad have been keeping a keen eye on political developments in the United Kingdom.
Parli army: Sir Neil Thorne reflects on the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme
Defence
Parli army: Sir Neil Thorne reflects on the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme
A scheme allowing MPs to experience life in the forces has been running for 34 years. As Parliament marks Remembrance Day, Sophie Church hears from founder, Sir Neil Thorne
The nightmare of Ukrainian daily life
Communities
By Said Batrouni
The nightmare of Ukrainian daily life
Ukraine’s situation is tense and volatile. The public sirens wail unexpectedly during the day or night with a diabolical sound to warn that death is omnipresent as a result of Iranian kamikaze drones or calibre missile strikes. Running to nearby shelters has become a sacred ritual that must be performed on a daily basis. To stay on track with the danger, Ukrainians must become accustomed to being kicked out of their offices, restaurants or supermarkets with only a few minutes to complete their orders when sirens (vozddyshnaya trivoga as they are called in Russian) go off.
Remembrance Day: Honouring those who have laid down their lives for our freedom
Defence
By Lord Dannatt
Remembrance Day: Honouring those who have laid down their lives for our freedom
The obscenity of an outrageous war in Ukraine lends an added poignancy to our reflections at this time of Remembrance.
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Illicit Trade: The Growing Crime in the UK
2025
Thames Pavillion, House of Commons
Illicit Trade: The Growing Crime in the UK
Journey to Safety: Combatting Disability Hate Crime on Public Transport
2025
Surveyor's House, 12 Great George Street, SW1P 3AD
Journey to Safety: Combatting Disability Hate Crime on Public Transport
Net Zero Week 2025
2025
Virtual
Net Zero Week 2025